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Who was the first caliph of the Muslim community?
Abu Bakr
Who founded Sikhism?
Guru Nanak
What was one reason for the rapid spread of Islam in the 7th century?
The military conquests
What was the main religion of the Ottoman Empire?
What is the Quran?
A holy book of Islam
Who were the Shias?
Muslims who believed leadership should stay in Muhammad’s family
What does Sharia law govern?
Ethics, personal conduct, and social justice
Who were the Sunnis?
Muslims who believe the caliph should be chosen by the community
What is a caliph?
A successor to Prophet Muhammad and leader of the Muslim community
Which branch of Islam believes that the leader should be chosen by consensus?
Sunnis
What did the Mughal Empire promote regarding religious practices?
Religious tolerance, especially towards Hindus
Where was the Safavid Empire located?
Modern-day Iran (Persia)
What was one feature of Ottoman society?
They had a strong legal system
What is one characteristic of society in the Arab Muslim Empire?
Men and women had clearly defined roles, with men holding authority
What was the main feature of the Mughal Empire in India?
Cultural achievements like art and architecture
What was the Delhi Sultanate?
The first major Muslim empire in India
Which region was the Mughal Empire most influential in?
What empire ruled over much of the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of Europe for several centuries?
The Ottoman Empire
Which famous building was created during the Mughal Empire?
The Taj Mahal
What was the Umayyad Dynasty known for?
Spreading Islam to Africa and Europe
Which empire is known for lasting from 1299 to 1922?
The Ottoman Empire
What did the Muslims promise to non-Muslims living in the empire?
They would be taxed but allowed to practice their faith
What significant event marked the split between Sunnis and Shias?
The death of Prophet Muhammad
How did the Safavid Empire contribute to the cultural landscape of Persia?
By promoting Shia Islam and Persian culture
Which was a major factor in the expansion of the Muslim empire?
The strategic use of trade routes